1991 Ford Tempo vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 458 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
